Spreewald (Lübbenau), Germany

Spreewald Lübbenau

A maze of canals through forest, where the post is still delivered by boat.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Spreewald

Day 1

  1. MorningTake a wooden punt boat through the canals from Lübbenau to the village of Lehde.
  2. AfternoonVisit the open-air museum in Lehde, with old farmhouses on the water.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Lübbenau by the harbour.

Day 2

Rent a canoe and paddle the quiet canals yourself.

What to eat

Spreewald pickled gherkins and potatoes with linseed oil and quark.

Local tips

Make the most of Spreewald

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends are busy in Lübbenau. Take a boat in the morning or on a weekday.

Best photo spot

The wooden punts gliding along the canals past thatched houses in Lehde.

Getting there

Trains from Berlin to Lübbenau take about an hour.

Don't miss nearby

Cottbus and the Branitz Park.

Good to know

Try the famous Spreewald pickled gherkins. Renting a canoe lets you explore the quieter side canals.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Spreewald

Getting there

  • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)65 km away
  • Dresden Airport (DRS)85 km away
  • Berlin80 km away
  • Potsdam85 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Spreewald: good to know

Is Spreewald worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and food. A maze of canals through forest, where the post is still delivered by boat.

How many days do you need in Spreewald?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Spreewald?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Summer weekends are busy in Lübbenau. Take a boat in the morning or on a weekday.

How do you get to Spreewald?

The nearest airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), about 65 km away. Trains from Berlin to Lübbenau take about an hour.

What is there to see near Spreewald?

Nearby hidden places include Berlin (82 km), Potsdam (84 km) and Dresden (92 km).

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